Last updated on 2025-05-30
Program Overview
Humber’s Personal Support Worker certificate program equips students with essential skills for a rewarding career in the healthcare sector. Personal support workers are vital in supporting healthcare teams across various settings, including long-term care, hospitals, home care, and community health organizations. This program emphasizes the importance of enhancing clients' overall well-being and quality of life.
Students will gain practical knowledge in assisting with personal care, mobility, and emotional support, while also learning to manage household tasks for individuals of all ages. The curriculum includes recognizing the physical and emotional changes associated with aging and illness, empowering students to help clients maintain their independence. With state-of-the-art facilities and dedicated faculty, Humber students are well-prepared to enter the workforce.
Program Structure
The Personal Support Worker program spans two semesters, providing a comprehensive education in personal support work. The program is designed to be completed in consecutive academic semesters, with start dates available in January, May, and September. Key features of the program structure include:
- Hands-on learning through simulation labs and practical experiences.
- Field experiences totaling 300 hours, allowing students to apply their skills in real-world settings.
- Two unpaid field placements in Toronto and the Greater Toronto Area, providing valuable professional experience.
- Optional co-operative education opportunities for those seeking paid work terms in their field.
Students can expect a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical application, ensuring they are well-prepared for their future roles as personal support workers.
Featured Experiences
- Field Experience: Students engage in two unpaid field placements, gaining hands-on experience in long-term care facilities and community agencies.
- Simulation Learning Labs: Practical skills are developed in state-of-the-art labs that replicate real-life scenarios.
- Work-Integrated Learning: Opportunities to apply classroom knowledge in professional settings, enhancing employability.
- Expert Faculty: Learn from experienced instructors who are registered nurses or practical nurses with extensive field experience.
Career Options
Graduates of the Personal Support Worker program can pursue various career paths in Canada, including:
- Personal Support Worker: Provide essential care and support to individuals in home care, long-term care, and community settings.
- Home Care Aide: Assist clients with daily living activities, ensuring their comfort and safety in their own homes.
- Community Support Worker: Work with diverse populations, providing support and resources to enhance their quality of life.
- Long-Term Care Assistant: Support residents in long-term care facilities, focusing on their personal care and emotional well-being.
- Palliative Care Assistant: Provide compassionate care to individuals with life-limiting illnesses, supporting them and their families through the end-of-life process.
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